Dennis Palumbo on Writer’s Block
Author and psychotherapist Dennis Palumbo talks about procrastination, the dangerous myth of inspiration, and why writer's block is good news in a presentation he made recently to a Sisters in…
SLO Film Fest Is Officially “Cool”
MovieMaker has designated the San Luis Obispo International Film Festival as one of the “25 Coolest Film Festivals in the World.” What makes a festival cool? “A cool festival is…
“Maria” Screening Benefits Nonprofits
Festival Mozaic is hosting a special benefit screening of the soon-to-be-released film Maria at The SLO Film Center at the Palm Theatre on Friday, December 13 at 4 p.m. Academy…
Caleb Nichols Is New Poet Laureate
Caleb Nichols has been appointed Poet Laureate of San Luis Obispo County by the SLO County Arts Council, and will serve a two-year term starting in 2025. On October 29,…
Decorate and Support the Clark Center
The Clark Center for the Performing Art's 11th annual Holiday Wreath Auction is now open for bids. Each wreath contains a minimum value of $100 in merchandise, gift certificates, or…
Lambert Returns to His Music
Mention the name Chris Lambert, and most locals think about his ground-breaking podcast that played a major role in recently bringing justice to the family of missing Cal Poly student…
Find Your Creative Flow
Finding time and space to achieve a state of creative flow is crucial for artists. A free live podcast event with local musician Brook Munro explores the delicate balance between…
ACB Concert Benefits AGHS Band
Atascadero Community Band members recently presented a check for $1,155 to Atascadero High School band director Nate Conrad and several of his students, who also play in the Community Band.…
Pat Pemberton on “The Powerful Lead”
The November meeting of SLO Nightwriters features a presentation by former San Luis Obispo Tribune reporter Pat Pemberton. Suggesting that a descriptive, anecdotal lead can draw readers into a story…
Film Fest Winner Could Win an Oscar
The winner of the San Luis Obispo International Film Festival “Best Documentary Short” category in 2025 may qualify to win an Oscar at the Academy Awards. The Academy of Motion…